James Harris
Detroit,Mi
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate Youth and Young Adult Pastor with a proven track record excelling in pastoral counseling and spiritual leadership. Adept at teaching and fostering team collaboration, I have empowered congregants through empathetic support and impactful ministry initiatives, enhancing community engagement and spiritual growth. Areas of ministry emphasis include but are not limited to Discipleship Development, Preaching,and Pastoral Care.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Minister
Pleasant Grove Baptist Church
06.2013 - Current
- Served in support of the Senior Pastor.
- Served as an empathetic listener during one-on-one counseling sessions, offering comfort and insight during challenging times in congregants lives.
- Presided over service in the stead of the Senior Pastor.
- Cultivated and maintained strong relationships with parishioners through genuine personal connection.
Youth and Young Adult Pastor
Mt. Sinai Baptist Church
01.2009 - 06.2013
- Provided pastoral care to a membership of 200 youth and young adults in need, offering counseling, guidance, and support during difficult times. These efforts resulted in restored relationships, renewed faith , and increased church engagement.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer In support of the Senior Pastor.
- Mentored and provided spiritual guidance to youth and young adults active ministry roles including 3 serving as Deacons and 1 Minister.
- Organized annual revival in collaboration with other young pastors in the city of Little Rock that was well attended.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Religious Studies
Arkansas Baptist College
Little Rock, ARSkills
- Teaching
- Preaching
- Pastoral counseling
- Pastoral care
- Spiritual leadership
- Team collaboration and leadership
Ministry Highlights
Metropolitan Baptist District Association
- Teacher at 3rd Sunday inspirational meeting. I was privileged to teach a young men's class ages 7-17 averaging 15-35 in attendance. These sessions have produced highly productive men in society with Christian values. These young men have gone on to continue service to The Lord as Deacons and Ministers respectively.
- Worked closely with Youth Directress' Woods and Dansby. Led volunteer efforts for various events and workshops held throughout the years.
- Served as Asst. Parliamentarian under Rev. Jimmy McBride. In this role I had the opportunity to learn about the policies and procedures as an officer in the metropolitan district.
- Attended classes instructed by Dr. Joseph Jordan , and Dr Valmon Stotts. These two instructors particularly stand out for me their teachings at a young age shaped and formed the early framework of my theological thought process.
Arkansas Baptist College
Timeline
Associate Minister
Pleasant Grove Baptist Church
06.2013 - Current
Youth and Young Adult Pastor
Mt. Sinai Baptist Church
01.2009 - 06.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Religious Studies
Arkansas Baptist College
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